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Instruction Manual MANRP-2 REV B 05/10/07
TPL Boom Extender Kit
SILVAN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. ABN 48 099 851 144
VICTORIA (HEAD OFFICE)
NEW ZEALAND
89 Lewis Rd,
22 Sunshine Avenue
Wantirna South 3152 Australia
Te Rapa, Hamilton, 2001 New Zealand
Telephone: +61 (03) 9887 2788
Telephone: +64 (07) 8496033
Facsimile: +61 (03) 9887 1035
Fax: +64 (07) 8496070
www.silvanaust.com
www.silvannz.co.nz
Safety
WARNING Before operating or installing this sprayer read the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with these warnings may result in serious injury or death.
Warning !
This sprayer is designed and manufactured solely for the purpose of applying agricultural chemicals to plants. Under no circumstances may it be used for any other purposes.
Warning !
Before using this sprayer all operators and users must have read and understood the contents of this manual and any other manual supplied with the sprayer or associated equipment.
Warning !
Do not exceed the the vehicle manufacturer’s specified safe load and carrying capacity.
Warning !
Exercise extreme care when operating in hilly or uneven terrain to ensure proper stability. Refer also to the vehicle manufacturer’s operating and safety instructions
Warning !
Refer to the chemical manufacturer’s label for correct use and safe handling instructions of chemicals before use. Make sure correct safety equipment and clothing are used in accordance with the chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning !
Never allow inadequately trained personnel to attach or operate this sprayer.
Warning !
Before carrying out maintenance work, wash the sprayer thoroughly to remove all toxic chemicals that may contaminate the sprayer.
General Information
GENERAL The Selecta Boomless Linkage Sprayer has been designed for the application of agricultural chemicals to plants. It has been particularly designed for operation in conjunction with Silvan linkage mounted spraying units.
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS M99-76
- Supplied with 2 x FC-XT020 Blue Fast Cap style Boomless Nozzles. - Will suit SILVAN linkage units running between 30 and 60 PSI spraying pressure
Installation Boomless Nozzles can be fitted in place of the spray booms on Silvan linkage sprayers. The mounting bracket (sold separately) through the existing holes on the linkage frame between the rear uprights, the hose is connected to the outlet side of the pump. Recommended height of the nozzle outlet is 1.2 M.
optional bracket (454-282) shown.
Maintenance
Dispose of unused chemical and water used for rinsing in a manner that will not endanger people animals or the environment. After spraying rinse out the spray lines with clean water The filters fitted to the nozzle holders should be checked and cleaned if necessary. Appropriate protective equipment should be used whenever maintenance is carried out. If heavy frosts are experienced, run the pump to make sure pump and spray line is dry. This will prevent water freezing in the pump or spray lines and damaging sprayer
Operation Connect the Boomless Nozzles to the pump. Fill the sprayer with clean water. Check suction line strainer for dirt or damage. Run the pump and ensure it primes correctly. Check all pipes, hoses, hose clamps and connections for leaks or damage. Be sure to wear safety equipment as recommended by the chemical manufacturer before adding chemical to the sprayer. Nozzles are switched on and off by the electric switch on the pump.
Calibration
APPLICATION RATE CHART L/ha DESCRIPTION
Boomless Nozzle Kit 2 jet Suit Silvan linkage spraying units
CODE
PSI
BAR
L/min 2 Jets
SWATH WIDTH m
6km/h
8km/h
12km/h
16km/h
24km/h
30
2
12.8
10.4
123
92
62
46
31
40
2.7
15.2
10.4
146
110
73
55
37
50
3.4
10.4
160
120
80
60
40
60
4.1
10.4
175
131
88
66
44
XT020 16.6
18.2
L/Ha
Calibration GENERAL INFORMATION WHEN TO SPRAY Results will be best when wind speed is low, temperature low and relative humidity high. An ideal time is at sun up when these conditions are most likely to apply. APPLICATION RATE The application rate can be determined using the following formula: • Speed of travel - increasing speed reduces application rate and vice versa. • Pattern swath can be adjusted to fit your application by angling the spray tip above or below parallel to the lay of the land and target selected. This will increase or decrease the swath width and change the rated litres per hectare applied. If you change the spray tip from parallel to the terrain, recalculate the litres per hectare with the following formular:
Total Nozzle Output (l/min) x 600
Application Rate (L/Ha) =
Speed (km/hr) x Swath Width (M) SPEED The speedometer on many vehicles may not be sufficiently accurate at the slow speeds used when spraying. If in doubt it should be checked by the following method. Measure and mark a distance of 100 metres. Approach the starting mark at the required spraying speed and accurately measure the time in seconds to reach the finishing mark. The ground speed can then be calculated as follows. 360 Speed (km/hr) = Time in seconds for 100m As the output to the Boomless Nozzle/s can not be regulated on standard units, the application rate can only be varied by changing the operating speed. The slower you drive, the higher the application rate. NOZZLE OUTPUT 1. Partly fill the sprayer tank with water and mark the level or refer to the sight gauge. 2. Run the sprayer for several minutes with Boomless Nozzle/s operating and measure the time carefully. 3. Refill the sprayer tank to the mark using a measuring jug and record the amount added. 4. The average output for one nozzle in litres per minute can be calculated as follows.
Nozzle Output (l/min)
=
Litres Used No. Nozzles X No. Minutes
Notes
SILVAN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. ABN 48 099 851 144 89 Lewis Rd. Wantirna South 3152 Australia Telephone: +61 (03) 9887 2788 Facsimile: +61 (03) 9887 1035 www.silvanaust.com
SILVAN NEW ZEALAND PTY.LTD. 22 Sunshine Avenue Te Rapa, Hamilton, 2001 New Zealand Telephone: +64 (07) 8496030 Fax: +64 (07) 8496070 www.silvannz.co.nz
